Topological Quantum Numbers In Nonrelativistic Physics

David Thouless (Univ Of Washington, Usa)

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English

World Scientific Publishing Co Pte Ltd
01 December 1996

Analytic topology; Mathematical modelling; Quantum physics (quantum mechanics & quantum field theory)

Topological quantum numbers are distinguished from quantum numbers based on symmetry because they are insensitive to the imperfections of the systems in which they are observed. They have become very important in precision measurements in recent years, and provide the best measurement of voltage and electrical resistance. This text describes the theory of such quantum numbers, starting with Dirac's argument for the quantization of electric charge, and continuing with discussions on the helium superfluids, flux quantization and the Josephson effect in superconductors, the quantum Hall effect, solids and liquid crystals and topological phase transitions. The accompanying reprints include some of the classic experimental and theoretical papers in this area.

By: David Thouless (Univ Of Washington Usa)
Imprint: World Scientific Publishing Co Pte Ltd
Country of Publication: Singapore
Dimensions: Height: 230mm, Width: 203mm, Spine: 36mm
Weight: 1.043kg
ISBN: 9789810229009
ISBN 10: 9810229003
Pages: 440
Publication Date: 01 December 1996
Audience: Professional and scholarly , Undergraduate
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active

Quantization of electric and magnetic charge; circulation and vortices in superfluid 4He; superconductivity and flux quantization; Josephson effects; superfluid 3He; the quantum Hall effects; solids and liquids; topological phase transitions.